Episode 20: Elevating Organisational Conversations with Pascal & Umar

Welcome to Episode 20 of "Clean At Work"! This week, hosts Sarah Baca and John Barratt are thrilled to be joined by Pascal and Umar, two dynamic, agile coaches and clean language enthusiasts who are revolutionising how organisations communicate. In this episode, Pascal and Uma explore their innovative approach to fostering better conversations within organisations. They share their journey with clean language and detail how it integrates seamlessly with methodologies like liberating structures and systemic modeling. Discover how clear communication, when paired with the right tools, can significantly reduce wasted time in meetings, build trust, and enhance team dynamics. Tune in to learn: Practical applications of clean language in diverse organisational settings. How to utilise clean language to support effective decision-making. Real-life examples of clean language transforming workplace interactions. Whether you're a manager, team leader, or simply passionate about improving workplace communication, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips. For more details and to explore our upcoming workshops, visit Better Conversations in Organisations. Join us for this engaging conversation and start transforming the way your organisation communicates today! About the Speakers Umar is a systems thinker specialising in organisational development and change management, harnessing his passion for building relationships through meaningful conversations. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/uijaz/ Pascal is a trainer and coach who focuses on communication and collaboration. He has a lifelong passion for personal development and growth and has assembled an extensive toolbox based on his own experience, which he brings to his facilitation and training sessions. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascalclarkson/ Website: https://artocraft.co.uk or https://artocraft.nl About the Hosts John Barratt (https://www.agileaffinity.com/) is passionate about empowering individuals, teams, and organisations to reach their full potential. Utilising a blend of agile techniques infused with the agile mindset, he is dedicated to helping organisations streamline, self-organise, and adapt to today's dynamic business environment. John's approach is deeply influenced by the systemic modelling skills he acquired from Caitlin Walker, which he continuously refines through ongoing training. His work primarily focuses on guiding organisations through the process of descaling and fostering a culture of self-organisation. Learn more about John's work at Agile Affinity. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbarratt1/ Sarah Baca (http://www.nerdyknights.com/) is a coach, therapist, facilitator, and teacher who has a passion for using clean language to help others discover what makes them feel vibrantly alive. She has been working with organisations as an agile coach for over a decade, specialising in enterprise and leadership coaching.  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahjbaca/ Additional Links discussed in the session Join our Community of Practice on LinkedIn for weekly posts on related matters. (https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13031207/) Information on the Clean Language Event 2024 in the Netherlands can be found here: https://artocraft.co.uk/cle24/ (English) or https://artocraft.nl/cle24/ (Dutch) All information on Sociocracy 3.0 can be found on their website, it's all licensed under a Creative Commons/Free Culture License. (https://sociocracy30.org/) All the Liberating Structures are listed on https://www.liberatingstructures.com/ and are also licensed under Creative Commons.